Bipolar Disorder Depression: Something You Should Know About Posted on October 15, 2022October 16, 2022 By ebipolar2022 All About Depression Depression is something that no one should go through alone. There are some great support networks to help you deal with depression should it strike. These online communities can also help you if you know someone who could benefit from some encouragement to reach out for help…. Read more
Bipolar Bipolar Depression Treatment Options Posted on October 13, 2022October 13, 2022 By ebipolar2022 Bipolar and Bipolar Depression Although bipolar depressive disorder is prevalent throughout the clinical course of bipolar disorder, the present therapeutic options for bipolar disorder are limited; specifically, as mainstream antidepressants are of mixed effectiveness for bipolar disorder and can cause transitions into mania and/or rapid cycles in the long-term. Conclusions… Read more
Bipolar Disorder I Lost my Son to Depression and a Drug Overdose Today Posted on October 12, 2022October 12, 2022 By ebipolar2022 I wish that it was not true but I am now living my nightmare. I have lost my son to depression and a drug overdose today. I got the phone call that no-one wants to get early this morning. On the other end of the line was my mother. Getting… Read more
Bipolar Attachment Styles & Parenting with Bipolar Posted on October 6, 2022October 9, 2022 By ebipolar2022 Accepting and treating my bipolar disorder allowed me to focus on becoming a better mother. Understanding different attachment styles allows me to make more effective parenting and self-care decisions. Photo: Christopher Hopefitch / Getty Images Attachment Theory & Parenting Styles Attachment with our primary caregiver begins in early childhood. “Attachment… Read more
Bipolar How to Help Others Help You Manage Your Bipolar Posted on October 6, 2022October 9, 2022 By ebipolar2022 Coping with bipolar disorder and navigating effective treatment requires a group of supporters—both professional and personal. Here’s how you can work together for the best outcomes. Choochart Choochaikupt/Getty Images The Importance of Personal & Professional Support It takes a community to cope with bipolar disorder. Everyone needs a circle of… Read more
Bipolar The Hows & Whens of Fine-Tuning Your Meds Posted on October 6, 2022October 9, 2022 By ebipolar2022 Photo: SDI Productions / Getty Images Hope & Harmony Headlines October 20, 2022 • Volume 15, Issue 42 Medication adherence is essential for maintaining stability with bipolar. But sometimes a prescription stops working as well as it once did and needs to be “tweaked.” Hormonal issues, poor sleep, metabolism changes,… Read more
Depression 7 Common Ways to Treat Depression Without Using Medications Posted on October 6, 2022October 9, 2022 By ebipolar2022 How to Treat Depression Without Medications Depressive disorder, often simply called depression, is much more than feeling sad or going through a bad patch. Depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is a mood disorder that causes you to experience persistent sadness or a lack of interest in life. Called… Read more
My Bipolar Life – My Daily Struggles With Bipolar Disorder Posted on September 16, 2022November 25, 2022 By ebipolar2022 My Bipolar History My name is Kevin and I have bipolar disorder. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1997 after I tried to un-alive myself. I was immediately committed to a state hospital where I stayed for two weeks and I was put on a medicine regimen that really… Read more